Trussville Police Chief Don Sivley in March on the police department’s Facebook page advised residents to lock their vehicle doors to prevent break-ins.

“Although we are taking steps to address the issue I am sure I speak for the other agencies in the area when I say you are our most valuable asset in combating this situation,” Sivley said. “Over 80 percent of these vehicle burglaries could be prevented by locking your vehicle.”

Sivley said even if you lock your car, you should not leave electronics or other valuables in plain sight.